Alternatives to Lasik Eye Surgery

Are you tired of not having 20/20 vision? There are alternatives to the Lasik surgery. Be advised that each procedure fixes certain eye problems. What may work for one, may not work for the other.

Like all surgeries, Lasik is not 100 percent safe. There are always risks that the procedure may not work, cause infection and possibly cause more damage then interpreted. With a staggering one million people signing up for corrective eye surgery every year, it's the hottest thing around. Some people are not candidates for Lasik because of inadequate corneal thickness.

Many people are choosing the ICL (Implanted Contact Lenses) surgery. These are worn in the same manner as regular contacts, except they are placed behind the eye. No more sticking your finger in your eyes, washing your hands before, dried out contact or loosing them. There is no guarantee that ICL will correct your vision 100 percent as well. Many people who choose this procedure still need to wear reading glasses. The difference between the two is that ICL can be reversed whereas Lasik cannot.

Another procedure is called Conductive Keratoplasty. This is done by transmitting radio frequency into the eye. This helps correct nearsightedness and astigmatism. This is the first non-laser procedure that has been approved by the Federal Drug Agency (FDA).

In 2004, Corneal Implants were introduced. This is a procedure for long-term vision correction. This procedure takes about 15 minutes and is done in the Doctor’s office. Most people see significant improvement the very first day. You do need to have transportation to and from your appointment as they dilate your eyes.